Death of Henry I
Death of William, Henry Is only legitimate son
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1120 in England
Explore 8 historical events and records for England in 1120.
Historical records for England in 1120
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Death of Matilda
Death of William, Henry I names Matilda his heir
Death of William the Atheling
Death of William the Atheling, only legitimate son of Henry I
Marriage
Decides Matilda must remarry & have an heir who would then rule England & Normandy
Marriage
Henry I arranged Matilda to marry Count Geoffrey to secure the succession
Succession
Henrys son drowns crossing to England from Normandy in the "White Ship". Henry is left with 1 heir, Matilda
Succession
Henry Is only legitimate son, William drowns, Matilda becomes heir as eldest daughter
Succession
Drowns in the "White Ship" leaving Matilda as the only heir to the English throne
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